Courtesy Discover Saratoga
Discover Saratoga announced the winners of the 27th Annual Saratoga Chowderfest, held Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thousands of attendees braved winter temperatures to sample a wide variety of chowders from participating vendors and vote for their favorites. Winners were recognized in eight categories during the annual awards ceremony at the Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center.
The 2026 Chowderfest winners are:
• People’s Choice, 500 bowls or less: Artisanal Brew Works
• People’s Choice, 501–750 bowls: The Mill on Round Lake
• People’s Choice, 751–1,000 bowls: Whitman Brewing
• People’s Choice, 1,001–1,500 bowls: The Parting Glass
• People’s Choice, 1,501–2,000 bowls: Rhea
• People’s Choice, 2,001–3,000 bowls: Wheatfields Restaurant
• People’s Choice, 3,001–4,000 bowls: Morrissey’s Lounge & Bistro
• People’s Choice, 4,001-plus bowls: Druthers Brewing Company
Chowderfest highlights included:
• 88 vendors, including seven first-time participants
• More than 66,372 bowls of chowder served
• Attendance of approximately 20,000 people
“Chowderfest continues to be one of Saratoga’s most anticipated winter traditions,” said Darryl Leggieri, president of Discover Saratoga. “Year after year, it’s incredible to see our downtown filled with energy during the winter months. From the creativity of our local restaurants to the dedication of our volunteers and city partners, this event truly showcases the spirit of Saratoga.”
For more information, visit DiscoverSaratoga.org.